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EARLY LIFE BACKGROUND
Peter Mwansa is a Zambian Fashion Blogger and Fashion Designer who drew inspiration from his mother. He is the founder and CEO of the luxury distinct brand, House of PML (PeterMyLife) and Bespoke 2018.

CAREER BACKGROUND
Peter Mwansa's interest in fashion began at a tender age having his mother as a source of inspiration. In an interview with Lusaka Times News, He alluded to his mother being a fashionable woman and how she would time and again give him her leftover fabric from tailors. Furthermore, before completing his university, Peter bought his first sewing machine and would practice during holidays. It was clear what his passion was, and he was invested in it by taking a 6 months course to perfect his craft.

Peter Mwansa first started out as a fashion blogger when his friend introduced him to Instagram. He decided to call his page peter_mylife to showcase his true life and journey through fashion blogging. Peter Mwansa came into the limelight when he launched his brand, House of PML in 2016. House of PML is a powerhouse for tailor-made clothes, weeding, and luxurious styles crafted for men and women. House of PML by Peter Mwansa also offers premium styling services and a whole makeover.

Peter Mwansa has worked with and styled a number of Zambian celebrities such as Cleo Ice Queen, Mampi, Isreal, and Bobby East to name a few.

Peter Mwansa in an interview with Nkwazi magazine and Lusaka Time said he draws inspiration also from international artist Kanye West and looked up to a number of powerhouses in fashion such as Balmain, Channel, Dolce & Gabbana, not forgetting his own brand house of PML.

AWARDS

 * 2016 - Fashion Blogger of the Year - (Zambia Fashion Week)
 * 2016 - Blogger of the Year - (Music Zed awards)
 * 2021 - Best dressed man (Lusaka July 2021)
 * 2021 - Designer of the Year - (Diamond TV Personality Awards)